- Must visit
Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro
National museum in the former bishop’s palace with outstanding Romanesque sculpture, painting, and decorative arts.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Serta to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Serta to Coimbra will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 4 buses from Serta to Coimbra, including 4 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from Serta to Coimbra run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 32 miles (52 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 32 miles (52 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Serta to Coimbra.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
The table below shows live departures for Serta to Coimbra buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:45 PM Serta | 1h15 | 4:00 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Serta | 1h15 | 5:00 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 PM Serta | 1h10 | 8:30 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
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National museum in the former bishop’s palace with outstanding Romanesque sculpture, painting, and decorative arts.
Science museum of the university with historic cabinets, laboratories, and interactive displays across several buildings.
Contemporary art center with rotating exhibitions, talks, and experimental programming in a modern university context.
Ceremonial university courtyard with sweeping city views and access to major heritage buildings on the hilltop campus.
Large botanical garden of the university with rare plants, terraces, and tranquil paths in a historic scientific setting.
Historic riverside quarter with narrow lanes, traditional houses, and access to key monuments in the lower city.
Slow-roasted suckling pig with crisp skin, a Bairrada classic widely celebrated around Coimbra and often paired with sparkling wine.
Goat stew slowly cooked in a black clay pot with potatoes and herbs. It is a rustic Beira dish tied to regional family celebrations.
Tender goat or lamb roasted with potatoes and garlic. A traditional festive dish in central Portugal, common in Coimbra homes and taverns.
Refined dining in the Quinta das Lágrimas estate, known for elegant Portuguese cuisine, seasonal ingredients and a romantic historic setting.
Traditional Coimbra restaurant famed for chanfana and regional classics, with a rustic atmosphere and strong local following.
Historic, formal restaurant serving polished Portuguese dishes and regional wines in a classic old-school dining room.
Moderate for Portugal. Hotels rise in peak season, but dining, coffee, and local buses stay fairly affordable for most tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis usually round up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Coimbra-B Station -> Praça 8 de Maio, Coimbra
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Serta to Coimbra by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Coimbra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Serta to Coimbra buses use the Serta, Centro De Coordenação De Transportes (Sabores Do Pinhal) to Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) station pair, with some services arriving at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária). Use this guide to compare Serta and Coimbra bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Serta, Centro De Coordenação De Transportes (Sabores Do Pinhal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurants available inside.
Wi-Fi is available at Serta, Centro De Coordenação De Transportes (Sabores Do Pinhal). ATMs are available at Serta, Centro De Coordenação De Transportes (Sabores Do Pinhal).
Ticket office support is available at Serta, Centro De Coordenação De Transportes (Sabores Do Pinhal).
Available at Serta, Centro De Coordenação De Transportes (Sabores Do Pinhal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Serta, Centro De Coordenação De Transportes (Sabores Do Pinhal): Accessible for less mobile passengers.
Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) is 1 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Portuguese Eatery (in the station), Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main hall.
Ticket office support is available at Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário).
Available at Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário): Elevators, ramps.
Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) is 2 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Central (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (0.3 km), Restaurante Coimbra (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária).
Available at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária): Elevators, ramps.
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